Madaya, Syria

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native_name = مضايا
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subdivision_name1 = Rif Dimashq Governorate
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subdivision_name2 = Zabadani District
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longd=36|longm=06|longs=|longEW=E
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Madaya ( _ar. مضايا) is a small mountainous town in Syria, located at an altitude of 1,608 meters. [cite web
year=
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url=http://www.fallingrain.com/world/SY/8/Madaya.html
title=Madaya, Syria Page
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accessdate=2007-09-15 ] It is a well known holiday resort. [cite web
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url=http://books.google.com/books?id=MCTszTdofMkC&pg=PA63&lpg=PA63&dq=madaya+syria&source=web&ots=-qnVvn1bxq&sig=vhXqrA5_efPiSEZwnH6F0jRflzQ
title=Northern Syria
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accessdate=2007-09-15 ] It is located about 40 km northwest of Damascus in the Rif Dimashq Governorate and is home to Lake Barada. As it is 1400 meters above sea level, Madaya often is snow-top during the winter months especially on January and February.

Description

It is famous for its pure natural spring water, fresh fruits and vegetables, and healthy climate. Dry and cool in the summer, Madaya attracts wealthy Syrians who have summer mansions in the town. It also has a big market (souq) known for its European-made goods like sportswear and electronics which makes it quite an experience to visit especially in the summer.Fact|date=September 2007

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External links

* [http://www.tageo.com/index-e-sy-v-08-d-m3499944.htm Map of location]